COUNTRY INNS AND SUITES
3720 SW COLLEGE RD, Ocala FL 34474 · 352-237-0715
Last inspected Feb 10, 2026 · 6 visits since January 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach-in cooler at the cook line, Butter packets 68F, per employee butter was out at breakfast buffet since 6:15am, at 10:15 butter 62F.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Feb 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 5, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. No chemical connected, no manual ware washing performed properly.
Feb 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. No chemical connected, no manual ware washing performed properly.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. At inspection time utensils not sanitized properly, manager provided chlorine.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach-in cooler with ambient temperature of 48F and ice build up: yogurt 48F-49F, cream cheese 48F, milk 50F, Canadian bacon 46F, eggs 48Ff
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler with ambient temperature of 48F and ice build up: yogurt 48F-49F, cream cheese 48F, milk 50F, Canadian bacon 46F, eggs 48Ff
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Yellow thermometer on site, not working (no batteries).
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. No chemicals connected to dish machine, manual ware washing performed incorrectly with warm water. Manager provided chlorine during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At the kitchen area, ceiling tiles with water damage and stains
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach-in cooler with ambient temperature of 48F and ice build up: yogurt 48F-49F, cream cheese 48F, milk 50F, Canadian bacon 46F, eggs 48Ff
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of juice machine soiled with syrup build up, Employee cleaned.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box withTray liners stored on floor, manager moved off the floor.
Apr 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach-in cooler at the cook line, Butter packets 68F, per employee butter was out at breakfast buffet since 6:15am, at 10:15 butter 62F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at the cook line, Butter packets 68F, per employee butter was out at breakfast buffet since 6:15am, at 10:15 butter 62F. Manager will use time as a public health control. For was provided during inspection.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No manager certification on site for operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at the cook line, manager provided.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Photocopy, or original certificate on site.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels at hand sink.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.